FAQs

  • Where is the Recorder's Office located?

    We are located at:


    1 East Main Street | Room 100

    Fort Wayne, IN 46802


    There is a small amount of street parking with meters on Calhoun St, and a parking garage directly to the north of our building.

  • What are your hours?

    Office Hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. We do not close for lunch.

  • What are Payment Options?

    Cash, check or Credit Card (there is a small transaction fee is a card is used)


     

  • How do I search and print recorded documents?

    Searching and Printing Documents

  • How do I get a certified copy?

    Certified copies are available in-office or through the mail. The fee is $1/page PLUS $5/document.

  • How do I search for Association Restrictive Covenants and Subdivision Plats?

    Check out our Neighborhood Resource Center

  • How do I sign up for the free property Fraud Alert?

    Property Fraud Alert

  • How do I record a document with the Recorder's Office?

    How to Record a Document

  • How do I request a DD214?

    Requesting a DD214

  • What forms do you have?

    This office is not an attorney’s office, and thus does not provide blank forms.


    The only departure of this is the Certificate of Assumed Business Name form for a sole proprietorship, association, or general partnership; engaged in business under a name other than their own (DBA)

  • I don’t have an attorney. Can you help me fill out my document?

    We are not attorneys and cannot prepare documents for you. We can tell you if a document does not meet requirements, and we can show you similar recorded documents for you to use as a guide. When transferring property, we always suggest you speak to an attorney or title company to explore all legal ramifications.

  • Do documents have to be notarized? What kind of notaries are acceptable?

    Yes, most documents recorded with our office need to be notarized. Our office has several notaries that are available free of charge for documents being recorded. Please bring photo ID. Court documents, birth certificates, death certificates, marriage certificates,and state issued business documents do NOT need a notary.


    The state of Indiana recognizes in-person notaries, electronic notaries and remote notaries. If a remote notary is used, the document must state the physical location of the signor(s) and the notary. See INBIZ Notaries for more information.


    Out of state notaries are acceptable provided that they are complete and include a date and signature.

  • Where is my deed?

    A deed is acquired when you purchase a property.  It is not the same process as a car title. Our office does not mail out copies of the deed when a mortgage is paid off. You may get a copy of your deed/transfer document for $1/page. The copy you obtain from us is just as good as the original.

  • How do I change the names on the title to my property?

    A new document will need to be recorded with our office in order to change the names on the title. We suggest that you seek a legal professional’s advice.

  • How do I change a deed after someone dies?

    We always suggest that you seek a legal professional’s advice on such important matters.  They will advise you on the process for removing a name on a deed.  Our office is able to provide you a copy of the current deed (at a cost of $1/page) to assist with the preparation of said document.

  • I need to know where my property lines are.

    You may use the street/ariel view on https://www.acimap.us to see an approximate overlay of Allen County properties.  It is searchable by address and name. If your property is in platted subdivision, we have a recorded plat without any buildings. To have stakes placed at the corners of your property, please contact a local survey company.

  • My mortgage was with one company, and now it’s with another. Did they steal it?

    It is possible that your mortgage was assigned/sold from one lender to another.  Our office is able to view all recorded cross-referenced documents.

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